American musician from New Mexico
| Andru Bemis | |
|---|---|
| Born | (1978-04-12) April 12, 1978 (age 46) Carlsbad, New Mexico, US |
| Genres | Folk, Singer-Songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | vocals, banjo, guitar, fiddle, banjolele |
| Years active | 2001–present |
| Labels | Wepecket Island Records, Eleven Records, Ground Vinyl Records |
| Website | andrubemis.com |
Andru Bemis is an American musician from New Mexico, currently living in Binghamton, New York.
Life
He performs on the banjo, violin, guitar and banjo-ukulele (which he calls a "banjolele"). Bemis lives a minimalist lifestyle, and is known for his engaging live shows throughout the United States. He tours primarily by train, public transportation, and hitchhiking.
Bemis has released three solo albums: "Plays Past His Bedtime" (2002), "Singer" (2004), and "Rail To Reel" (2006). He has collaborated on albums with Jason Webley, Trent Wagler & Jay Lapp, Rachel Ries, and Elisabeth Pixley-Fink.
For six years starting in 2007, Bemis operated Foundry Hall, a non-profit, all-ages community center and performance venue in South Haven, Michigan.
Bemis hosts the radio show Chenango Sessions.
Discography
- Plays Past His Bedtime (2002)
- Singer (2004)
- Rail To Reel (2006)
Collaborations
- How Big Is Tacoma (EP with Jason Webley) (2006)
- Say Yes To Yourself (EP with Elisabeth Pixley-Fink) (2011)
Other Appearances
- For You Only (Rachel Ries, Waterbug Records – vocals, banjo, guitar, recording engineer) (2005)
- Adrienna Valentine (Trent Wagler & Jay Lapp – vocals, banjo) (2007)
References
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